Richmond Museum
180 - 7700 Minoru Gate V6Y 1R9 Richmond, BC, Canada

The Museum of Vancouver's new exhibition, A Seat at the Table: Chinese Immigration and British Columbia is opening on November 19! Remember to share your memories and stories about your favorite local Chinese restaurants to Twitter or Facebook tagging @museumofvan + #SATLocal. The photos will be featured online and within the exhibition space.

Happy World Children's Day! Join the movement and find ways for you to advocate, promote, and celebrate children's rights .

Collections work is not always clean but it is fun! Ensuring that dust and debris is cleaned up is the best way to keep bugs and pests away. You can imagine that at Britannia Shipyards, National Historic Site this is an ongoing challenge! #richmondartefact #BritanniaShipyards #preventativeconservation

Thanks to Blue Box programs, the Recycling Depot, composting and other initiatives, Richmond residents in single family homes diverted 78.9% of their waste from the landfill last year, coming close to the City’s 80% waste diversion target. Do you think we can do hit 80% this year? Visit our City at Work exhibit to find out more!

This stereoscope card, Dreams of Home, shows the hardship of leaving family behind to go to war. A stereoscope enabled the viewer to see an image three dimensionally. #richmondartefact This year the Remembrance Day Committee is encouraging everyone to Remember in Place. For more information about the online ceremony and to view the live broadcast of the Remembrance Day service, please visit www.richmond.ca/remember .... The ceremony will begin shortly after 10:30am on November 11, 2020. Please join us virtually to honour those who have given their lives in service of our Country. #rememberinplace

Check out our free Self-guided Historical Walking Tours! Gear up and enjoy a fall walk at your own pace and step back in time while exploring Brighouse District or Terra Nova. Click the link below to access the tours: http://www.richmondmuseum.ca/explore/publications/ . .... Image credit: www.freepik.com/psd/mockup See more

This year the Remembrance Day Committee is encouraging everyone to Remember in Place. Please join us virtually at the link below to honour those who have given their lives in service of our country. #rememberinplace

City at Work fun fact: British Columbians drove on the left side of the road prior to 1921, when the province changed to driving on the right side. But not Richmond! Richmond and Vancouver were given an additional year to change over trams and streetcars. Hmm, are you wondering how that worked too?

Step into the the Louvre Museum right from home through this virtual walk-through and enjoy both the stunning architecture and paintings . #virtualtour #MuseumFromHome

This bag from World War II belonged to a volunteer whose job was to monitor Air Raid Precautions. These local volunteers would enforce blackout regulations and would promote information about how to make your homes safe as part of civil defense efforts. #richmondartefact This year the Remembrance Day Committee is encouraging everyone to Remember in Place. For more information about the online ceremony and to view the live broadcast of the Remembrance Day service, please visit... www.richmond.ca/remember . The ceremony will begin shortly after 10:30am on November 11, 2020. Please join us virtually to honour those who have given their lives in service of our Country. #rememberinplace

Our Terra Nova historical self-guided tour has launched and is free to download through our website! Click below to travel back in time and explore the history of beautiful Terra Nova . #RichmondCultureDays #BCCultureDays

A bit of humour to send you into the weekend !

Our curator of exhibitions, Sheila Hill, was interviewed by Richmond News! Click below to read about our museum re-opening.

We hope you are all having a safe and happy Thanksgiving with you and your loved ones this year!

What a busy summer we had! Our heartfelt thanks goes out to our summer collections student, Joy Chen, who assisted with accessioning artefacts and preparing our heritage sites for visitors. Here Joy is setting up a display at London Farm! . .... #richmondartefact #youngcanadaworks #londonheritagefarm See more

In 1980, Terry Fox ran across Canada on an artificial leg to raise money and awareness for cancer research; he called it his Marathon of Hope. Today marks the 40th anniversary of his legacy! #canadianhistory

Richmond Museum's Education Kits are now available for loan with new COVID-19 policies and precautions to ensure the safety of students and teachers! Bring the museum into the classroom with our inquiry-based Education Kits. These unique suitcases are packed with 'artefacts', photographs, and other resources that inspire curiosity and engage active young minds. Follow the link for more information: http://www.richmondmuseum.ca/education-kits/

On #WorldMentalHealthDay we encourage you to step back and take time to be kind to yourselves and check in with your loved ones.

Elections are popping up everywhere! Did you know Richmond voters began electing Reeves in 1879? Hugh Boyd was first to fill the position, long before it was renamed "Mayor" in 1967.

We hope you all have a wonderful Jewish New Year and weekend!

We are so excited to announce that we have re-opened! Our new hours run Wednesday to Saturday 11AM - 4PM with social distancing measures.

Make sure to tune in to Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Sites Pull of the Net event from Sept. 21-27! Celebrate multiculturalism and Canadas West Coast fishing heritage through free videos, performances, activities, and more . #RichmondCultureDays #BCCultureDays

We have launched our 2nd new self-guided historical walking tour featuring the Brighouse District! This free walking tour will bring you back in time to feel the pulse of roaring crowds at the horse racetrack, and to hear the humming busyness of our rich, diverse wetlands. The guide can be downloaded and printed from the museum's website at: http://www.richmondmuseum.ca/events/culture-days/ #RichmondCultureDays #BCCultureDays

Some #dailycreativity to celebrate Autumn! Collect your favorite fall leaves and use them to form animals, shapes, or landscapes.

Richmond Culture Days is back again for 2020! Join in for a month-long cultural celebration online and in person featuring Richmond-based artists, groups, and organizations. This years theme is Unexpected Intersections, and encourages creative and outside-the-box thinking to reveal new avenues of discovery, learning, and expression. At the Richmond Museum, we will be having self-guided historical tours through Richmond, exploring historical sites and intersections, from the ...roaring crowds at Minorus horse racetrack, to the fishy action of clanging canneries, and more! Follow Fun Richmond and City of Richmond - Local Government for updates. . . . #RichmondConnect #BCCultureDays #richmondmuseum #richmondbc #onlineevent #inpersonevent #museum #explorelocal

Happy International Play-Doh Day! While our City at Work exhibit is still closed, you can follow below to make your own DIY Play-Doh city at home

On #WorldTeachersDay we want to say a huge thank you to all of the teachers around the world who have been continuously working hard to teach from a distance and provide support for students! We encourage you to show appreciation to the educators around you today and everyday .

Ever wonder who a curator is and what they do? Watch Aimee from Royal Saskatchewan Museum explain and show you how you can be a curator of your own exhibit right from home! #Museumathome

Vote for your favourite street banners today! Over 1,000 street banners featuring the winning images will on be featured on Richmond's streets from March 2021 to February 2022. A panel of community volunteer judges had the difficult task of narrowing down over 650 submissions to 20, and now it's up to you. It's our City at Work!

Keeping a nature journal is an awesome way to record the things you see around you! Follow the link below to make and decorate your own journal and begin documenting .

Our LEGO builder friend Peter Grant has tackled replicating a new Richmond heritage building! Can you guess whose house it was? Hints: It was originally located in Steveston on a corner lot, which gave it landmark status. ... . The house was constructed in the early 20th century based on the wealth of the local fishing and canning industries. . The traditional style of the house is an Edwardian with Craftsman influences, which was popular prior to World War II. . #Richmondbc #Richmondhistory See more

What is the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival? Click below to enjoy the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden's #educationalseries to learn more about this festival through fun and creative activities!

The Kwantlen St. Farmers Market - Richmond has returned this year with social distancing measures! Swing by every Tuesday from 12PM-4PM to get fresh and delicious vegetables, fruits, and other goods, and #supportlocal farmers, students, and businesses!

#DidYouKnow every day objects like tin foil and cardboard can be used to create cool prints at home? Click below to try these DIY printmaking projects! #ArtFromHome #CreativeArt

Today, we wear orange to honour Indigenous children who experienced the trauma and loss from residential schools. #wewearorange #orangeshirtday Learn more about Orange Shirt Day: https://www.orangeshirtday.org/ You can also support and purchase orange t-shirts from Connections Community Services Society for $17 each, and all proceeds will go to Reconciliation Canada and Orange Shirt Society. ... Email: [email protected] to order See more

Happy International Dog Day! We hope you and your furry friends are having a blast enjoying the summer together. Here is Pepper doing her best Zoolander face. #museumpets

Richmond has so many wonderful parks for socially-distanced fun! Check out Richmond, BC's list of great Richmond picnic areas and restaurants to support this #Takeoutday as you enjoy your summer . #explorelocal

The Richmond Maritime Festival will take place entirely online as Richmond Maritime Festival Reimagined this year! The event will kick off this Friday with a welcome from Mayor Malcolm Brodie, performances by a capella trio Cannery Mermaids, storytelling, and more! Check out below for the full schedule!

As the temperatures rise, make sure you and your loved ones are protecting yourselves from the sun by wearing sun screen, hats, and staying hydrated! Some #outfitoftheday inspiration from our collection for the weather: a beautiful black lace sun hat from the 1940s RM#985.6.5

Did you know the Vancouver Aquarium has an online activity centre? They offer fun and educational resources from DIY crafts, activities, livestream learning, and more!

Happy Muharram! #Didyouknow the Islamic New Year is based on the lunar Hijri calendar? Muharram is actually the first month of the Islamic New Year and is considered a holy month, second only to Ramadan in its significance.

The 2020 Literasian festival has begun! The festivals purpose is to promote and celebrate Asian Canadian writers and artists through author readings, panel discussions, workshop events and more. Make sure to check out and sign up for their virtual events at the link below .

The 2020-2021 Richmond Street Banner Contest is now open for entries! Be creative with your favourite medium and show us how you see Richmond through the designated themes . Follow the link for contest details, themes, past entries, deadlines and more!

Happy Obon! Obon is a Japanese celebration centered on paying respect to ancestors and loved ones who have passed away, and spending time with family. For more information: https://savvytokyo.com/obon-the-japanese-festival-of-the-d/

Remember to join #Takeoutday every Wednesday to support local businesses! If you are in the mood for seafood, check out this list of must-have seafood dishes in Richmond. #Supportlocal

Richmond Country Farms has brought back their Sunflower Festival this year with special COVID-19 measures! Check the link below to see the hours and book a visit. #Supportlocal

Have you downloaded your free Discovery Passport app? Take time to re-experience Richmond while supporting local businesses this summer! App users will have access to special offers and be in the draw for awesome prizes. For more information, participating merchants, and the download link, click below.

We hope you all have a wonderful BC Day long weekend!

Celebrate the 44th Powell Street Festival on their LIVE online Telethon today from 2PM-7PM! Tune in below to experience this amazing festival from home, from performances like taiko drumming, and a Paueru Mashup dance, to online food vendors and more!

Ever wonder what type of plants grow at the Richmond Nature Park Society? Watch below for a virtual tour with Cathy from Science World as she walks through plant names and uses in this bog ecosystem!

The Richmond Art Gallery has re-opened with social distancing measures and new hours! Make sure to swing by and see their current exhibit Labours trace, which has incredible works that focus on topics of Indigenous and Black identities. For more information on the new hours and social distancing policies, check out their website here: https://www.richmondartgallery.org/reopen/

Science World is bringing their popular demos home, and this week the topic is Bubbles! Make sure to join this Wednesday to learn about how bubbles are formed, and the incredible shapes and sizes they can take!

Happy Pride Week! See how #RichmondBC is celebrating and join in the festivities while socially-distancing at the link: http://richmond.ca/PrideWeek

Celebrate Pride Week with us in #RichmondBC from July 27 to August 2! Join us online for our #PrideWeek activities, from a socially-distanced film screening, drag queen story time, dance parties, workshops, and more! Follow the link for the full activity schedule: http://richmond.ca/PrideWeek

We have enjoyed partnering with the Branscombe House Artist-in-Residence over the years, and we cant wait to work with the next artist!

Register now for Young Archaeologists! Dig for treasure on an archaeological dig at London Heritage Farm. A one-day, outdoor program for children 6-10 years. Visit our website for more details, including our health and safety measures. https://bit.ly/2OcOtNu

"Dam Gio: Life, Death, and Food in a Vietnamese Household" by Kathy Thai DAY 7 and the last day of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength

Dont miss out on our popular one-day Young Archaeologists program for children 6-10 years!

"Pillars of Punjabi" by Natasha Hemer DAY 6 of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength

"Khoai Lang" by Mimi Nguyen DAY 5 of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength

"Taking Over: Korean Fusion Food in Vancouver" by Leo Soh DAY 4 of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength

"Catching Stories" by Amber Dukart DAY 3 of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength

"A Love Letter to Hong Kong Style-Restaurants" by Elliott Cheung DAY 2 of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength

"Spam: Uncanning the Uncanny" by: Kiel Torres DAY 1 of our #CanadaDay video series that highlights videos created by Asian Canadian & Asian Migration Studies UBC students for the 2017 exhibition #OurJourneysHere. #MuseumsEh #DiversityIsOurStrength